A famed Paris chef opens a gourmet spot in a Provençal village, only to be met by patrons who do not truly appreciate haute cuisine.The plot thickens as an ex laundress gets into the act and opens up her own eatery nearby.
Is it worth your time? If you have a soft spot for movies where characters just sit around and bicker about food and pride, you’ll probably have a good time with Cigalon. It’s not for people who need constant movement or big stakes. If you get impatient with stubborn old men shouting about sauces, you might want to ski...
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Marcel Pagnol
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"Is it worth your time? If you have a soft spot for movies where characters just sit around and bicker about food and pride, you’ll probably have a good time with Cigalon. It’s not for people who need constant movement or big stakes. If you get impatient with stubborn old men shouting about sauces, you might want to skip this one. The whole thing feels like a stage play that decided to stretch its legs in the sun. It’s got that specific Pagnol magic where everyone is just a little bit too proud ..."
Marcel Pagnol
France
